India to Promote Cooperation at 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil

A legacy of constructive engagement

This year's summit takes place amid significant global shifts in technology, energy, supply chains, and climate. In the spirit of constructive collaboration, India is expected to share initiatives related to clean energy, public health, digital transformation, and support for developing countries.

Since the inception of BRICS, India has played an important role in shaping its vision and priorities. At past summits, India has championed initiatives to reform global financial institutions, enhance multilateral collaboration, and drive innovation.

The establishment of the New Development Bank (NDB) in 2014 and the Contingent Reserve Arrangement (CRA) reflected BRICS’ collective push for financial stability and infrastructure development, both of which India actively supported.

Brazil summit: A platform for deeper cooperation

This year, New Delhi continues to emphasize the importance of inclusive growth, climate justice, and technology sharing. Programs such as India’s Aadhaar digital identification system, the UPI payment platform, and its Digital Government initiative are seen as potential models for technological cooperation within BRICS.

With its renewable energy targets, including achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, India has much to offer in joint initiatives on clean energy and climate resilience.

Health cooperation will also be a key focus, building on India’s pivotal role during the COVID-19 pandemic in supplying vaccines and essential medicines worldwide.

Strengthening health infrastructure, fostering pharmaceutical partnerships, and ensuring equitable access to healthcare are priorities India will likely champion at the summit.

Strengthening economic and trade partnerships

India’s participation in BRICS has always reflected its broader commitment to representing the interests of developing nations. In this spirit, India has supported BRICS expansion dialogues, encouraging greater participation from emerging economies across Africa, Latin America, and Asia.

Trade cooperation remains central to the BRICS’ agenda, and India has been a vocal supporter of boosting intra-BRICS commerce, investment flows, and supply chain integration.

With its vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, thriving startups, and strong manufacturing base, India offers immense opportunities for deeper economic partnerships within the group.

The 17th summit promises to deepen cooperation, enhance shared prosperity, and reaffirm BRICS’ role as a positive force for global stability and progress.

The rising influence of emerging economies, including India, is expected to contribute to global peace, stability, and sustainable development.